Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
View tuition and fees for the academic year (September- August).
Tuition (includes all per-course program fees)
*All tuition and fees are subject to change.
| Course Type | Arts | Commerce | Science & Engineering | Co-op |
| Nova Scotia * Canadian/Permanent Resident |
$791.70 | $917.70 | $892.70 | $500.00 |
| Out of Province Canadian/Permanent Resident |
$920.00 | $1046.00 | $1,021.00 | $500.00 |
|
International Students (before Fall 2022) |
$3,002.00 | $3,163.00 | $3,071.00 | $500.00 |
|
International Students(Start 2022-23 Academic year) |
$3,002.00 | $3,163.00 | $3,196.00 | $500.00 |
|
International Students (Start 2023-24 Academic year) |
$3,002.00 | $3,301.00 | $3,196.00 | $500.00 |
|
International Students (Start 2024-25 Academic year) |
$3,002.00 | $3,301.00 | $3,196.00 | $500.00 |
|
International Students (Start 2025-26 Academic year) |
$3,301.00 | $3,301.00 | $3,334.00 | $500.00 |
|
International Students (Start 2026-27 Academic year) |
$3,301.00 | $3,301.00 | $3,334.00 | $500.00 |
Tuition includes per course (half credit) program fees: Arts Learning Resource ($13), Science Technology ($46), Sobey School of Business Career Services ($13).
*Program and Ancillary fees are explained here.
*Nova Scotia residents receive the NS University Student Bursary of $128.30 per 3 credit hour course.
Ancillary Fees (2026-2027)
|
Full-time Fee |
Part-time Fee |
|
| Campus Renewal | $290.00 | $174.00 |
| Recreation Facilities Renewal | $85.00 | $51.00 |
| Copyright Fee | $20.00 | $12.00 |
| Sport and Recreation | $85.00 | $51.00 |
| Student Services | $45.00 | $27.00 |
| Systems Technology | $90.00 | $54.00 |
| Totals | $615.00 | $369.00 |
Ancillary Fees will be applied to a student account each term based on the number of credit hours as noted. The ancillary fees are explained here.
Graduation Fees
| Term | Full-Time Fee (more than 9 credit hours per semester) |
Part-time Fee (less than 9 credit hours per semester) |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 | $6.50/term | $3.75/term |
| Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 | $3.75/term | $3.75/term |
*Excludes students enrolled in Auditing, visiting and upgrading. The Graduation fees explained here.
Student Fees (2026-2027)
|
Full-Time Fee |
Part-time Fee |
|
| SMUSA Student Fee | $211.50 ($105.75 per term) | $85.00 ($42.50 per term) |
| U-PASS (Bus Pass) | $184.00 ($92.00 per term) | n/a |
*Students who register in the Winter term only will pay one term of student fees as noted above.
Fall U-Pass
- If you do not require your Fall U-Pass and wish to waive your Fall U-Pass fee, please contact karla.hodge@smu.ca.
Summer U-Pass
- If a student is registered in two or more courses for the May-June term they will automatically receive the Summer U-Pass at a cost of $92.00 based on the 2026-2027 rates.
- Students who are taking one or more courses over the May-June and/or July-August terms can opt-in and purchase a U-Pass at the Service Centre for $92.00 based on the 2026-2027 rates.
- U-Passes will be valid from May 1st-August 31st.
- For questions regarding the Summer U-Pass please contact karla.hodge@smu.ca.
Medical and Dental Fees (2026-2027)
Medical and Dental plans are administered by the Saint Mary's University Student's Association (SMUSA).
| Canadian Rates | International Rates | |
| Basic Health – 12 months (Sept-Aug) | N/A | $1497.00 |
| Basic Health – 8 months (Jan-Aug) | N/A | $997.00 |
| Extended Health – 12 months (Sept-Aug) | $320.00 | $320.00 |
| Extended Health – 8 months (Jan-Aug) | $214.00 | $214.00 |
| Dental – 12 months (Sept – Aug) | $155.00 | $155.00 |
| Dental – 8 months (Jan-Aug) | $104.00 | $104.00 |
| For family rates (including dependents), contact the SMUSA Health Plan Office at healthplan.smusa@smu.ca or 902-496-8754 | ||
Medical and Dental Plan Information:
Students with comparable extended health and dental coverage can submit an opt-out application during the term in which they begin their studies for that academic year and following the opt-out period set by SMUSA.
International students who hold valid provincial health coverage (known as MSI in NS), are on exchange from another post-secondary institution or who are sponsored by their home government/embassy, can submit an opt-out application for the Basic Health plan during the opt-out period set by SMUSA.
Opt-Out Deadlines:
Fall Term August 15 - September 25
Winter Term December 15 - January 25
Spring Term April 15 - May 25
The opt-out application is available on the Student VIP website until the deadlines listed above. Students can also add dependents to the plan during these time periods. Opt-outs are only approved if the plan is unused.
Questions? Contact the SMUSA Health Plan Office at healthplan.smusa@smu.ca or 902-496-8754
Other Fees, Deposits and Charges
| Rates | |
| Domestic Undergraduate Application Fee | $65.00 |
| International Undergraduate Application Fee | $100.00 |
| Undergraduate Admission Deposit | $500 Domestic / $3000 International |
| Residence Application Fee | $50.00 |
| Residence Deposit | $500.00 |
| Replacement Student ID Card | $15.00 |
| Returned Cheque (NSF) | $20.00 |
| Interest on Overdue Accounts | 12.67% per annum |
| Late Payment Fee | $50.00 |
See also
- Use our Tuition Calculator to estimate your tuition costs, including residence & meal plan!
- Tuition and Fee Regulations
- Saint Mary's University Mandatory Per-Course Fees explained
- SMUSA Mandatory Fees explained
- Student Account Centre (paying tuition)
- Payment Methods